ANSYS FLUENT TRAINING: Open Channel Two-Phase Flow CFD Simulation

In this analysis, the two-phase flow of water and air inside an open channel is investigated. The standard k-omega model is used for solving turbulent flow equations. Also, multi phase VOF model with the use of an open channel setting is activated to simulate two phases of water and air inside the channel. The water enters the channel with a mass flow rate of approximately 60Kg/s and its interaction with the air phase inside the channel is simulated.
Open channel is waterway channel, or artificial waterways, for water conveyance, or to service water transport vehicles. They may also help with irrigation. It can be thought of as an artificial version of a river. Nowadays, the use of canals in the industry has received a lot of attention in applications including air ducts and water transmissions. The shape and dimensions of the channels also largely depend on their uses.